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Field Service Engineer – Solar Inverters UK Based £30,000 - £40,000 DOE + excellent benefits and truck     Introduction Astute are exclusively partnered with a market leader who manufacture and sell their own brand of inverter technology into the UK solar market. We’re looking for a Field Service Engineer to join the Service division, offering excellent maintenance and technical support to their customers. This is a varied role which will include onsite service and maintenance up and down the country on large-scale solar assets.                 Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Providing independent on-site maintenance, and repair of inverters for photovoltaic plant
• Supporting on large-scale projects products with a focus on high/medium voltage
• Carrying out training sessions for Field Service Engineers or the client’s partners and provider
• Analysis of complex faults in PV-plants from office, home or on-site
• Discussions with the Regional Senior Experts of issues in the market and feedback to central hub
• Answering and processing incoming customer queries and error messages sent to the centralised service line (ad hoc basis, when required)
• Providing instant customer support so that issues on solar inverters systems can easily be resolved from a remote location.
• On an Ad-hoc basis, you will be required to handle services, including managing sub-contractors and site-specific tasks to be flexible and available, should the need arise for weekend on call / standby

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A higher education with an electrical bias, ie degree / HNC / HND and at least 17th edition
• 3 years’ experience servicing and maintaining inverter or power electronic systems.
• Ideally has very good knowledge of high voltage and measurement equipment as well as occupational health and safety regulations
• Previous experience repairing electrical equipment, ideally power electronics.
• Must be proficient using MS Office and SAP and a basic understanding of IP network technology.
• Is willing and flexible to travel nationally and attend training in Europe when required.
• UK driving licence.
• Has very good English language skills; second language skills would be an asset.

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary of £30,000 - £40,000
• Company truck
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 36 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Company pension, phone, and retail discounts scheme
• Personal development

How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 910 037 to speak to Charlotte Jones who can tell you more.

BoP Project Manager   

Bridgwater

Nuclear

Competitive salary, company van and benefits package

 

Introduction

 

We are currently recruiting for an Experience BoP Project Manager with experience of delivering mechanical design & manufacturing projects in the nuclear sector. As the BoP Project Manager, you will be required to work as part of the piping team and manage multiple suppliers whilst ensure they have the relevant information.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the

Project Manager you will be responsible for:

 

• Will be working as part of the piping team
• Assist with the delivery of mechanical design & manufacturing projects
• Delivering the design, procurement, and manufacture of pipework
• Managing several different suppliers
• Ensure the delivery of the material on time, at cost and to high quality

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Degree or equivalent in relevant engineering subject – ideally mechanical
• Experience of working large pipework projects
• Knowledge of Nuclear Steam Supply Systems
• Experience of working in a configuration-controlled design project
• Will need to have or be able to obtain necessary security clearance

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

• Competitive market related Salary
•  Generous holiday entitlement
• Travel and accommodation allowance (if qualify)
• Competitive money purchase pension scheme with life assurance
• Share ownership scheme
• Autonomy. Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.

 

How to Apply

 

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393910041 and ask to speak to Matthew Brindley who can tell you more.

 

Mechanical Fitter

Water Industry Waterlooville Up to £32,000

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Fitter to join a leading provider of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. Working as a Mechanical fitter, you will joined their small but established team based at their head office travelling out to client sites carrying out mechanical installations, repair and testing work on various water contracts. This will see you working in a hands-on site based role covering both clean and dirty water projects.

 

The Job

Working as the Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for…

• Preforming installations, repairs, testing and pre-planned maintenance across clean and dirty water projects.
• Assisting clients on-site with technical faults or refurbishment projects.
• Installing new systems when needed.
• Inspection and testing of mechanical systems
• Following set designs and manufacturers installation guides
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background in performing mechanical maintenance / installation/ testing with experience working in the water industry or on water treatment plants.

Full training will be provided, however candidates are expected to be qualified in mechanical fitting to NVQ level 3 or equivalent and will ideally hold a valid CSCS card as well as having confined space experience and training.

Due to the nature of the role, a full UK driving license is essential.

 

What’s on offer.

• Basic salary up to £32,000
• Company Van for work use (Not sole user)
• 28 days incl Bank Holidays 
• Competitive Package

 

How to apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Site Manager – Solar Dunfermline £400 per day 9 - Months     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with an award-winning solar engineering company, specialising in project life-cycle services and solutions for the utility-scale solar industry. To recruit a Site Manager on a 9-month contract for its Dunfermline site. The Site Manager role comes with a day rate of up to £400 per day.                   Key skills:

• Management of key project resources including engineering team, on site quality managers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensuring the completion of all relevant documentation and reports in-line with health, safety, environmental and quality, facility policies, procedures, and systems.
• Developing, updating, and disseminating RAMS
• Regular reporting, weekly site reports, and monthly project reporting support to client Project Manager.

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role:

• Dunfermline
• Outside IR35
• 9 Month contract with potential to extend

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07441391942 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.      

Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Berkshire Up to £38,000     About the role: Astute’s renewables team is partnered with one of the UK leading Solar O&M suppliers to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer. The solar field service engineer will be providing site maintenance across O&M solar farm. This role comes with a salary of up to £38,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company vehicle. If you’re a field service engineer and are looking to work for an organisation committed to a great work culture and career development, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: The solar field service engineer role will have to:  

• Assist with preventive and corrective site maintenance
• Demonstrate fault finding and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve reactive maintenance issues
• Comply with HSE policies outlined by the company
• Build positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
• Be willing to response to breakdowns in a timely manner
• Communicate with management, including highlighting any risks found
• Complete accurate and timely administrative reports for jobs
• Any other duties as required

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent
• City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
• 18th edition

    Personal skills: The solar field service role would suit someone who has:

• A UK Driving License
• High Voltage experience, although not essential.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulation Standards
• The willingness to participate in an on-call rota
• Strong Electrical fault-finding skills

    Salary and benefits of the field service role:

• Salary of up to £38,000
• Competitive call out rate
• 25-day holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Laptop
• Company Vehicle
• Companywide bonus scheme

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected]   or call 07441 391 419 to speak to  Laura Milsom who can tell you more.   INDREN

Nuclear Safety Case Specialist Nuclear Dorset Up to £60,000 DOE + Bonus     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Nuclear Safety Case Specialist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management across the UK at their nuclear licenced site in Dorset. Working as their Nuclear Safety Case Specialist, you will be working as part of their core team to support in the development and management of their new 10 year nuclear safety case, operating until 2033.                     Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Nuclear Safety Case Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting with the development of their safety case for their licenced site in Dorset. This will include:  

• Developing their Management of Change (MoC) Assessments, BAT Assessments, Radiological Dose Assessments, Site Wide Environmental Safety Case (SWESC) and Waste Management Plan (WMP).
• Delivering SSHEQ objectives in line with both company and site requirements, promoting the best culture across the site and all stakeholders.
• Maintaining their new operational safety case, ensuring full compliance and supporting with all technical documentation relating to this.
• Lead all modifications to the safety case in line with new projects and programmes.
•  Act as Lead Author and Design Authority for our EA Site Wide Environmental Safety Case (SWESC) and Waste Management Plan (WMP), ensuring compliance with the EA and the environmental permits.
• Provide technical support to assure compliance with the licensing requirements of the Nuclear Site Licence, liaising effectively with nuclear regulators.
• All other duties as required.

    Skills & Qualifications Candidates must have a background working within the Nuclear industry, supporting site safety case management and compliance requirements at a senior level. Candidates should have strong technical report writing skills, be able to deliver key SSHEQ objectives, nuclear regulatory submissions and have a good understanding of safety case development. Due to the nature of the role, practical experience on a nuclear site is beneficial and all candidates must be able to hold and maintain national security clearance.     Salary & Package

• Basic salary of £50,000 - £60,000
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• 6% Pension Scheme.
• Flexible benefits

    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDNUC

Lead EC&I Engineer Hybrid & Woking Office 12 month contract About the role: Astute’s Power team is partnering with an up and coming company within the Power Generation industry to recruit an Lead EC&I Engineer on a 12 month contract for a new build power station FEED study stage. Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Ensuring the contractors E,C & I engineering and design meets the client requirements;
• Reviewing and commenting on contractor and licensor documents and resolving those comments;
• Engaging with discipline counter party key stakeholders as required to proactively progress the design;
• Co-ordinating with the FEED team to ensure a cohesive design solution;
• Ensuring the FEED team is aware of E,C & I engineering issues arising with Kent and progressing their timely resolution;
• Ensuring the client are aware of issues arising and co-ordinating the resolution;
• Striving to achieve best value through the facilities design; and
• Providing support to the team in securing all necessary consents, connections and permissions to build and operate the plant.

How many hours a week? 40 hours per week Working schedule? Typically 9-5 minimum 3 days a week in Woking contractors office Who would they be reporting to? Project Director Will they be in a team with anyone? Or working solely? FEED Project Manager How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392222960 to speak to James Barker who can tell you more.  

Will need BPSS and SC to start but candidates can be proposed without currently holding these clearances (we will clear for start). Successful applicant will be dealing with Official Sensitive information LSAR knowledge - namely Raytheon Eagle required prefer Scotstoun base but will consider WFH if fully SQEP.

 

• Screening and integration of engineering information into the project-controlled toolsets, thereby helping to ensure the integration and accuracy of the ILS dataset is maintained.
• Supporting alignment of the ILS dataset with third party datasets
• Investigating and responding to queries received by the project pertaining to the data held within our toolsets, as directed by the Project Manager / Helpdesk Lead

Core Duties

• Screen engineering drawings to create a Product Breakdown Structure within the ILS toolset that is consistent with existing data held.
• Integrate the engineering information received from third parties into the toolset, ensuring key fields such as the following are captured: maintenance, technical documention, parts, spares, tools, resources required.
• Investigate queries received by the project pertaining to the data held within our toolsets, producing coherent responses that satisfactorily close out the query.
• Build complex queries and reports to extract data held within the ILS toolsets, as required by the business / Customer.
• Support the helpdesk change management process, as requested by line management Liaise with internal and external stakeholders where required, including provision of advice and guidance on the ILS data requirements, to enable right-first-time integration
• Identify and resolve misalignment between data held within our toolsets and extrenal sources
• Manage own tasking to meet task deadlines, quality standards and budget demands
• Provide inputs to monthly line management reporting
• Provide on-the-job training / mentoring to others, as requested by line management

Functional knowledge

• Requires good general engineering knowledge with an ability to interpret engineering drawings essential.
• Experience of using a Logistics Support Analysis Record (LSAR) or Common Source Database (CSDB) desirable
• Knowlegde of the principles of one or more of DefStan 00-60, DefStan 00-600, ASD S2000L, S3000M is desirable
• SQL knowledge desirable.
• Knowledge of configuration management principles desirable. 
• W orking towards Incorporated Engineer or equivalent experience.